The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) has restated its zero-tolerance stance on examination malpractice following a viral video alleging impersonation during one of its examinations.
The board was reacting to a viral video showing suspected proxies caught impersonating candidates during the ICAN examination.
In the footage, a man identified as Kay (name withheld) was apprehended and was alleged to be sitting on behalf of a bank manager (name withheld).
The same video also featured a female proxy who alleged she was writing the test for a commissioner in Taraba State (name withheld).
In a statement on Monday by its Registrar/Chief Executive, Lanre Olasunkanmi, the Institute said its examination processes are anchored on global standards of integrity and any attempt to compromise them would be met with serious disciplinary measures.
‘ICAN wishes to state unequivocally that it maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy for all forms of examination malpractice, including impersonation.
‘The Institute’s examination processes are guided by globally accepted standards of integrity, and any attempt to compromise them is treated with utmost seriousness’, Olasunkanmi said.
He disclosed that the body had commenced a thorough investigation into the allegation and would apply appropriate sanctions in line with its regulations.
‘In line with this commitment, ICAN has commenced a thorough investigation into the matter.
‘Appropriate disciplinary measures will be applied in accordance with established regulations, and the findings will be communicated transparently to stakeholders’, Olasunkanmi added.
The Institute also urged the public to avoid speculation or premature conclusions based on unverified claims, assuring that it remained committed to safeguarding the credibility of its examinations and protecting the reputation of the accounting profession in Nigeria and beyond.
